Hello, I'm Audra Lane
I founded Audra by the Sea, a boutique real estate advisory in downtown Sarasota, inspired by my passion for coastal living and a commitment to help clients find their own place by the water.
I specialize in exceptional waterfront and urban coastal properties, blending strategic expertise from my corporate consulting background with a cultivated eye for design, architecture, and elevated interiors.
Years spent living and traveling throughout Europe deepened my love for spaces with soul, indoor-outdoor flow, and walkable city lifestyles. It's a feeling Southwest Florida captures beautifully — from the energy of Tampa and St. Pete to the refined coastal charm of Sarasota and Naples. This is why I chose to live in the heart of downtown Sarasota.
My approach is concierge-level and relationship-driven, guiding each client through every detail of the journey — and well beyond closing. No dream is too big, no detail too small ... I look forward to learning more about your vision by the sea!
Where Expertise Meets Lifestyle
New Construction
For clients choosing new construction, I guide the entire process—from builder selection and contract negotiation to design decisions, progress monitoring, inspections, and final delivery.
My role is to simplify what can be an overwhelming process and to advocate for your interests at every stage. I coordinate with trusted local specialists who understand coastal living, overseeing each phase to safeguard your investment while creating a home that feels considered and refined from day one.
Investment
For clients focused on investment, I provide advisory guidance on identifying, evaluating, and acquiring properties aligned with both financial goals and lifestyle considerations. This includes coordination for 1031 exchanges, analysis of short- and long-term rental opportunities, and introductions to trusted tax, legal, insurance, and property management professionals.
The best investment properties aren't purely financial decisions—they're places you'd be happy to use yourself, rent to discerning guests, or eventually transition into a primary residence.
International
As a Certified International Property Specialist, I work closely with international clients acquiring waterfront and coastal property in Southwest Florida.
Having lived and worked abroad, I understand what it means to purchase from a distance—the need for clear communication across time zones, reliable on-the-ground representation, and a consistent point of contact well beyond closing.
I am also well connected within a global network and happy to refer clients to trusted real estate partners in other markets.
